Your Guide to Suburbs

Life in Suburbs

Suburbs is an upper-middle class Bulawayo suburb offering a unique combination of urban convenience and residential tranquility. Tree-canopied streets provide a peaceful atmosphere while maintaining quick access to Bulawayo’s commercial hub. The neighborhood attracts a mix of established families, professionals, and investors drawn to its prestigious schools, medical facilities, and recreational options. According to our real estate agents, residents particularly value the area’s walkability and strong sense of community.

Family Living

Suburbs caters well to families with its blend of essential amenities and recreational facilities. The neighbourhood’s mature trees and wide streets create safe spaces for children, while numerous medical facilities provide peace of mind for parents:

• Healthcare Access: Galen House Emergency Medical Clinic (1.6km away) provides 24/7 emergency care, while Charter House Medical Center offers comprehensive medical services just 2.3km from the neighborhood center.
• Shopping Convenience: Multiple retail options including Greens Supermarket and TM Pick n Pay Supermarket - Ascot, both offering delivery services to Suburbs residents.
• Recreation Spaces: Centenary Park (1.7km away) provides green space for family activities, while Suburbs Squash Club offers sporting facilities within 550m of the neighborhood center.
• Religious Facilities: The area hosts several denominations, with both historic and modern places of worship within walking distance.

Education

Suburbs boasts some of Bulawayo’s most prestigious educational institutions, making it particularly attractive to families with school-age children. The neighbourhood’s schools maintain high academic standards and offer diverse extracurricular activities:

• Private Education: Dominican Convent School (4.8/5 rating) and Liberty Christian College (4.8/5 rating) offer excellent academic programs within 2.7km of Suburbs center.
• Public Options: Bulawayo Adventist High School (4.5/5 rating) provides quality education just 650m from the neighborhood center.
• Girls’ Education: Historic Eveline High School (4.2/5 rating), established in 1910, continues its tradition of academic excellence 1.1km from Suburbs.
• Early Education: Several preschools and primary schools operate within walking distance, providing comprehensive educational options from early years through high school.

Things To Do in Suburbs

The neighbourhood offers diverse recreational and cultural activities, reflecting its position as one of Bulawayo’s premier residential areas. From sports to dining, residents enjoy numerous options within walking distance:

• Dining Scene: Shangri La Restaurant (170m away) offers popular Chinese cuisine, while Mozambik Bulawayo (4.8/5 rating) provides upscale dining options.
• Sports Facilities: The Suburbs Squash Club (550m away) and MacDonald Cricket Club (1.5km) offer excellent sporting facilities for active residents.
• Cultural Attractions: The Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe and National Gallery in Bulawayo lie within 2km, providing regular cultural exhibitions and events.
• Social Clubs: The historic Bulawayo Golf Club (1.9km away) offers both sporting and social opportunities for residents.